
Middle East Luxury Travel: Oman, Saudi Arabia, UAE
Middle East luxury travel is surging as Oman, Saudi Arabia and the UAE roll out secluded Red Sea resorts, refined Omani getaways and exclusive UAE staycations for discerning travellers.
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Middle East luxury travel is surging as Oman, Saudi Arabia and the UAE roll out secluded Red Sea resorts, refined Omani getaways and exclusive UAE staycations for discerning travellers.

Greece has launched a programme opening archaeological sites to gastronomy events, advancing Greece gastronomy tourism by combining local cuisine with cultural heritage.

Anantara Downtown Dubai renovation completes a major overhaul, positioning the hotel as a stronger player in Dubai's luxury and business tourism markets.

China Airlines has updated its Dynasty Flyer Program to allow members to buy, gift and reinstate miles, increasing flexibility for Asia‑Pacific travellers.

The EU will elevate boating and active tourism within its Sustainable Tourism Strategy, as a coalition seeks funding for marinas, waterways and connectivity in the 2028–2034 budget.

Europe travel disruption has left 118 flights delayed and 15 cancelled across Sweden, Norway, Belgium and the UK, affecting thousands of passengers at major hubs including Stockholm-Arlanda and London Heathrow.

Unique Lanka Travels promoted Sri Lanka tourism at OTM 2026, highlighting tailored experiences for Indian travellers including leisure, MICE and sustainable options.

The U.S. hotel industry is forecast to see a modest recovery in 2026, with RevPAR expected to rise 0.6% helped by the FIFA World Cup and improving demand in key markets.

Ritz-Carlton Residences Fort Lauderdale will introduce 83 luxury homes at 551 Bayshore Drive, bringing a new level of coastal living to Fort Lauderdale.

Laos tourism 2026 is targeting 5–6 million international visitors, with Chinese arrivals expected to account for about 2 million of that total.

The EXILE Act proposes ending the H-1B visa program by 2027, a change that would affect nations including Brazil, Mexico, Canada, France and India.

Social media tourism campaigns on Meta platforms helped drive billions in revenue and supported tens of thousands of jobs across the US, EU27 and the UK in 2024.